Notre Dame Fighting Irish

The University of Notre Dame officially adopted the nickname Fighting Irish in 1927, though the origin of the term is a topic of some debate. The Roman Catholic university near South Bend, Ind., is best known for its storied football program, which gained national prominence under coach Knute Rockne. Notre Dame claims 13 national championships -- though some of those are disputed -- and a record seven Notre Dame players have won the Heisman trophy. The school has its own national television contract with NBC.

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